The Battle of Ohio hasn't exactly gone to the Cincinnati Bengals' way.
The Cleveland Browns have beaten the Cincinnati Bengals five straight times dating back to the 2020 season. Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has achieved success against his in-state archrivals in large part because of a strong defensive effort from players like edge rusher Myles Garrett and cornerback Denzel Ward.
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has never beaten the Browns in his four games against them. The last time Burrow faced them in Week 8 this season, he was without wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase as Cincinnati fell at Cleveland on Halloween night, 32-13, on Monday Night Football.
However, much has changed for the Bengals. They've won four straight and are playing some of their best ball coming off a win over the Kansas City Chiefs last Sunday. Burrow looks a true MVP contender. Chase will be in the lineup with a chance to give his team an edge.
How will Burrow finally exercise the demons of Garrett and a Browns defense that has had his number for over two seasons? The Strictly Stripes podcast crew explains why the Bengals' offensive line is in better shape since that Week 8 loss and what will look different this weekend. Plus, they continue discussing what the Bengals' running back room will look like with between Samaje Perine and Joe Mixon.
This podcast features Mohammad Ahmad, Andrew Gillis and Michael Niziolek.
Music: Starfields by Hallman
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